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Document Cameras
October 05, 2007
Image clarity is just a click away. By Sarah Boehle
By Sarah Boehle
 Company: ELMO USA Corp.
Model: P100 Document Camera
Price: $3,850 (manufacturer's suggested retail)
How to Buy: www.elmousa.com and at major retailers (or visit the ELMO Website for a list of distributors)
Features: The P100 establishes a high standard for image clarity. This unit is HDTV-ready (1280 x 720 pixels), runs at 30-frames per second, and boasts a 64x zoom (16x optical and 4x digital). It is compatible with PC, Mac, and assorted media. Thanks to a handy storage slot, users can load and run all their media—including as many as 2,000 image files when an SD card (sold separately) is used—directly on the P100 itself, eliminating the need to connect to a laptop during a presentation. Ergonomic, intuitive controls and a built-in 3.5-inch LCD monitor (which enables the presenter to view information while continuing to face the audience) help to ensure presentations run smoothly.
 Company: Samsung Opto-Electronics America Inc.
Model: SDP-6500DXA Digital Presenter
Price: $4,750 (manufacturer's suggested retail)
How to Buy: See www.samsungpresenter.com for direct sales information.
Features: Native SXGA resolution, PS CCD with more than 1.5 mega pixels, and a 36x auto-focusing zoom lens enable the SDP-6500DXA to deliver image clarity with eye-popping color while making clear enlargement of 3-D subjects and detailed document information possible. The unit includes a DVI output terminal and also supports USB 2.0, allowing users to save, edit, and print high-resolution images to a Mac or PC. Additionally, two VGA output terminals can be connected to an LCD monitor or projector for multi-screen display. Operation is made easy by conveniently located front-panel controls and GUI interface with optical mouse. Other features include a 90-, 180-, and 270-degree image rotation capability complemented by an integrated drawing function, allowing users to annotate directly over any image captured by the SDP-6500DXA.
 Company: AVerMedia Technologies Inc.
Model: SPC300 Portable Visual Presenter
Price: $1,299.99 to $1,499.99 for the premium version
How to Buy: www.aver.com/presentation.html and at major retailers
Features: A 3.2-mega-pixel sensor, XGA (1024 x 768 pixel) resolution, and 24-frame-per-second rate ensures that image clarity is never in question with the SPC300. Loaded with other features including picture-in-picture and split-screen display, auto-focus, 48x zoom, and camera-panning functionality, this 8.4-pounder packs a lot of punch for the money. It's compatible with both Mac and PC platforms. A wireless remote control, mounting base, laser positioning guides, and padded carrying case are included with the premium version. The unit also includes DVI-I, S-video, and composite video outputs.
 Company: QOMO HiteVision
Model: QP10 Portable Visual Presenter
Price: $995 (manufacturer's suggested retail)
How to Buy: www.qomo.com/usa/qp10.htm and via distributor network
Features: At less than 5 lbs., the QP10 lives up to its promise of portability. It features a 28x total zoom (16x optical and 8x digital) with auto focus and white balance, split-screen, and screen titling. The QP10 is PC- and Mac-compatible and can be wall-mounted to reduce podium clutter. It comes with a carrying case and a two-year manufacturer warranty.
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